From Sneers to Cheers: Anthea’s Ascent (Anthea ) novel Chapter 434

Her aura was undeniably strong, a cool elegance mixed with a brisk charm.

Her hair, slightly damp, cascaded down her back in a disarray that the ocean breeze only enhanced, creating an effortless beauty.

Her face, devoid of makeup, radiated a wild allure.

“I brought you a Coke,” Anthea said, tossing a bottle to Sherman.

Sherman caught it, “Thanks.”

Anthea made her way to another beach chair under the umbrella, twisting the cap off her Coke and taking a large gulp of the icy beverage.

Sherman followed suit, the chilled Coke jolting his taste buds in a surprisingly pleasant way.

Before he knew it, he had finished the entire bottle, forgetting that he usually stuck to tea and water, avoiding even coffee.

Had anyone else seen him, they might have been utterly shocked.

As the sun began to dip, the sky turned a golden hue, reflected in the sea, bathing everything in a warm glow. The horizon was ablaze with the setting sun, seagulls occasionally flying by, adding life to the stunning view.

“It’s so beautiful,” Anthea couldn’t help but exclaim, a sight she knew was unique to this world.

Sherman glanced towards the sea, agreeing silently.

“Anthea,” he began, his voice low.

“Yeah?”

“Do you have someone you like?” he asked, curiosity coloring his tone.

“No,” she replied, puzzled by his sudden question, “Why do you ask?”

His gaze lingered on the horizon, “I’m just curious what it feels like to like someone. Is it really like what those online answers say?”

Anthea chuckled, “Why are you, of all people, worried about this?”

“I’m not like you, having seen through the illusions of the world. If the right person comes along at the right time, why not give it a try?”

Anthea was open-minded about love, neither eagerly seeking it nor outright rejecting it.

Yet, considering her lack of romantic encounters in her past life, she doubted this life would be any different.

Especially since the only person who met her aesthetic standards was, ironically, a monk in spirit...

Sherman frowned slightly at her words.

Anthea not opposing the idea of love meant there was a possibility for her with Riley.

The thought of Anthea being with Riley unsettled Sherman, stirring a discomfort he couldn’t quite place.

Suddenly, as if struck by a thought, Anthea sprang from her chair, “Do you have a lighter?”